Consumer & Luxury Goods
India's luxury market is the world's fastest-growing at 25% CAGR, driven by 1.5M+ ultra-HNI households and a 432M middle class. Swiss watches (BCD 5% → 0% by Year 7), apparel (BCD 20% → 0% immediately), and leather goods (BCD 15% → 0% by Year 7) benefit from TEPA phased duty elimination. Spirits remain at 150% MFN.
Luxury watches, fine jewellery, diamond jewellery, precious stones. India is the world's 2nd largest jewellery consumer. Swiss watches command premium positioning.
Luxury handbags, leather goods, apparel, footwear, accessories. India's luxury fashion market growing with HNI population expansion and aspirational middle class.
Premium home furnishings, luxury kitchenware, premium appliances, interior design. Growing with India's real estate boom and affluent urban home upgrades.
Single malt whisky, premium cognac, luxury rum, premium cigars. India is the world's largest whisky market by volume, with premium segment growing fastest.
Luxury hotels, premium travel, wellness retreats, private aviation. India's outbound luxury travel growing with HNI population. Switzerland is top destination.
Premium smartphones, luxury audio, high-end cameras, smart home devices. India's premium electronics market growing with rising disposable income and tech-savvy consumers.
Luxury goods import into India involves BIS certification (for applicable categories), TEPA Certificate of Origin for 0% duty, and customs clearance. Trademark registration should run in parallel.
Most consumer goods require BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) certification under the Quality Control Orders (QCOs). Electronics require BIS + WPC (Wireless Planning & Coordination) for wireless devices.
To benefit from TEPA preferential duty rates, Swiss exporters must obtain a Certificate of Origin (CoO) from the relevant Swiss authority (OSEC / Switzerland Global Enterprise).
Luxury goods are subject to customs valuation scrutiny. India uses transaction value method (WTO Customs Valuation Agreement). Under-invoicing is strictly monitored for luxury goods.
Register trademarks in India before market entry. India's trademark registry processes applications within 3–6 months. Anti-counterfeiting measures important for luxury brands.
Luxury brands in India distribute through exclusive boutiques, luxury department stores (DLF Emporio, Palladium), multi-brand luxury retailers, or e-commerce platforms (Tata CLiQ Luxury, Myntra Luxe).
Luxury goods attract 28% GST (highest slab). Importers/distributors must register for GST and file monthly returns. Luxury watches and jewellery also attract additional levies.
Premium & luxury watches — India's largest authorised watch retailer
Luxury fashion, accessories, beauty — exclusive India licensee for 50+ global brands
Luxury retail real estate — DLF Emporio, DLF Avenue (India's top luxury malls)
Online luxury marketplace — premium fashion, watches, jewellery
Swiss watches — Omega, Longines, Rado, Tissot, Swatch
Fine jewellery, diamond jewellery, luxury watches
Premium & luxury spirits — single malt, cognac, premium wine
Premium kitchen systems, luxury sinks, premium appliances
India's premier luxury industry conference. TEPA.swiss organises Swiss luxury delegation. Keynotes from Reliance Brands, DLF, Tata CLiQ, and luxury retail leaders.
The world's most prestigious watch fair. Indian watch retailers and media attend annually. Key event for Swiss watch brands to engage Indian buyers.
Quarterly webinar for Swiss luxury brands. Topics: BIS certification, TEPA duty advantages, finding Indian luxury distributors, and case studies from Swatch Group and Franke India.
Asia's leading home & lifestyle trade show. Indian interior designers, luxury home retailers, and premium real estate developers attend.
Curated 5-day trade mission for Swiss luxury brands. B2B meetings with DLF Emporio, Reliance Brands, Ethos, Tata CLiQ Luxury. HDFC Bank trade finance consultation included.
India's largest jewellery trade show. Key event for Swiss watch and jewellery brands to meet Indian jewellery retailers and distributors.